Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show Arsenal's most handsome player ever & who’d be most fun on a night out?
Oct 13, 2025
Join Amy Lawrence, a seasoned football journalist, and Adrian Clarke, a former professional footballer and tactical pundit, as they dive into listener questions. They debate which past Arsenal player would be a perfect replacement for Bukayo Saka and discuss wild office stationery comparisons for Mikel Arteta. The trio also shares their picks for the most fun Arsenal players to hit the town with. Plus, they explore what’s next for Andrea Berta following a busy transfer period and how larger squads are influencing Arteta’s tactics!
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Nostalgia As Creative Fuel
- Amy Lawrence rewatched Diane Keaton films and Lloyd Cole's full album for a nostalgic, uplifting weekend boost.
- She values listening to entire albums and savouring film moments to reconnect with formative cultural memories.
One Compliment Can Rescue A Tough Night
- Ian Stone described doing multiple gigs in one night and being lifted by a fan's compliment at Leicester Square station.
- A brief positive interaction erased the sting of a poor show and reminded him why performing matters.
Dream Careers From Earlier Lives
- Adrian Clarke admitted he once wanted to be a rock star and fancied being a lead singer in his youth.
- Ian Stone recalled his own past career in heating and ventilation before switching to stand-up comedy.